Fodor's Expert Review Les Arpents

An easy walk from Château d'Amboise, this warm contemporary bistro is a big draw for its casual approach to fine gastronomic dining. The smallish menu ensures that every dish depends on the fresh and the seasonal, using local asparagus, artichokes, and strawberries in spring, the Loire's abundant produce in summer and fall, and quality local meats all year round. At €40, the Plaisir menu is a stellar value. The bistro's top-notch wine cellar accentuates the best of this stellar wine region.